In the week, in 1916, when the king praised the "cheerful confidence" of the troops in France, courage and hope are hard-won in Folkestone.
Written by Katie Hims
Directed by Allegra McIlroy
Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
Story-led by Katie Hims
Sound: Martha Littlehailes
Composer: Matthew Strachan
Consultant Historian: Maggie Andrews.
Published on Friday, 19th August 2016.
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